Consumer groups allege Google misleads kids in FTC complaint

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Nearly two dozen consumer, privacy and public health groups are urging U.S. regulators to investigate whether children are being endangered by deceptive apps in Google's app store for smartphones running on its Android software. The 102-page complaint filed Wednesday with the Federal Trade Commission alleges Google's Play store is harming kids by allowing apps that break privacy laws, contain adult content or include manipulative advertising in a section of its Play store designed for children.

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Chicago police: 2 officers hit by train die

(18 Dec 2018) Chicago police say two officers investigating a shots-fired call on the city's far South Side have died after being struck by a train. Police s...

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AP photographers capture the moment in sports in 2018

LONDON (AP) — Sixty years after Pele, Kylian Mbappe became only the second teenager to score a goal in a World Cup final — and Associated Press photographers were on hand to document that moment and hundreds of others across the sporting landscape. Mbappe helped his France team win the final, but he also showed his speed and skill throughout the tournament in Russia. Pictures from the World Cup feature prominently in the list of AP sports photos from around Europe and Africa in 2018, but others also made their mark. There is Formula One, tennis, cricket and rugby, as well as a picture of American gymnast Simone Biles awaiting yet another world championship gold medal.

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Philippines contestant Catriona Gray named Miss Universe

BANGKOK (AP) — The Philippines' Catriona Gray was named Miss Universe 2018 in a competition concluding Monday in Bangkok, besting contestants from 93 other countries and delighting her home nation. Gray wore a sparkling red dress she said was inspired by a volcano in the Philippines as she was handed the crown to the delight of a roaring crowd that generally favored Southeast Asian contestants. The 24-year-old singer and model said she wore red because "when I was 13 my mom said she had a dream that I would win Miss Universe in a red dress." She said her mom cried when they saw each other after she won the competition, the 67th Miss Universe pageant.

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Democrat Sherrod Brown, mulling 2020, sets online town hall

CLEVELAND (AP) — Ohio's Democratic U.S. senator plans an online town hall Sunday as he considers running for president in 2020. Sherrod Brown of Cleveland is coming off a decisive re-election victory in November that helped bring him national attention as a potential national candidate. Brown says his message is on "the dignity of work" and fighting for workers without compromising progressive values. He also says his Ohio victory shows that approach works. That's because it came on an otherwise dismal day for Democrats in statewide and congressional elections in a state Republican Donald Trump carried handily in 2016.

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Bowl Season! Reasons to watch all 39 games and who will win

A moment of silence, please, for Wyoming, Southern Miss, Miami (Ohio) and Louisiana-Monroe. Those four teams reached bowl eligibility, but there were no postseason games available for them to play. Don't dare say there are too many bowls. Not when the Cowboys, Golden Eagles, RedHawks and Warhawks were left out. No freebie Fossil watches for them to re-gift. No go-kart races after practice. The fun starts for those who did get into the postseason — and those who get to watch it — on Saturday with five FBS bowl games and stretches through New Year's Day. The College Football Playoff national championship will be decided on Jan. 7, but it already kind of feels like we know who will be in that.

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Transgender boy wins controversial girls state title

CYPRESS, Texas (AP) — Mack Beggs had just won a state wrestling title Saturday in a category he didn't want to be in. But instead of wallowing in a debate about what should or should not have happened this weekend at the…

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Choose the Top Hydrangeas for Your Garden

Find out which hydrangeas are the best bets for your yard.

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Sign Painting: The Invisible Art, Explored in Film

Film 'Sign Painters,' directed by Faythe Levine and Sam Macon, explores the past, present and future of the invisible art of hand-painting signs in the USA.

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How Historical Paintings Would Look If Their Subjects Had Mobile Devices

These 21st-century updates to classic paintings reveal the ubiquity of smartphones and tablets in our lives, and how ridiculous we all look today.

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Objective Subject — Why

In the 2016 U.S. election only 55% of people voted. Why?

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Screen Printing a 7 color Simulated Process T shirt

See how we print a hot rod T shirt. 7 color simulated process print on a black shirt.

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The Signs of NEW trends in 2018

The way we communicate and do business is constantly evolving. 2018 is expected to bring exciting new trends to many different industries, and the sign industry is no exception. New technology has brought new options to the forefront and sometimes we find that what is trending is actually something from the past that has become popular yet again. As a business owner, it is important to note upcoming trends to ensure that you are investing in signage that is able to stay ahead of the competition. We have listed a few signage trends to keep your eyes on for the new year.Texture Printing

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How to Choose the Right Sign Material

Signs come in so many materials and can be placed on almost any surface. FASTSIGNS® shows you how to choose the right signage material for your specific need...

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DIY Screen Printing on Wood Coasters for Wedding Gift

I made these personalized wedding coasters for a friends wedding. It was easy, personal, and very special to the bride who loved the handmade aspect of the gift.I...

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What's the Difference Between Letterpress, Offset and Screen Printing?

Printing is recreating visual texts and images with the use of a master template or layout. Printing suppliers are identified according to

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Truck Lettering in MA: Why You Need to Work with Sign Effects

If you’re looking for truck lettering in MA, then you’re in the right place.

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Why Choosing a Digital Sign System is Like Building an Engine

Just like an engine requires the right balance of parts to run smoothly, a digital sign system needs careful consideration to be effective.

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20 Fun Facts About the Hollywood Sign

No matter what comes to mind, the Hollywood sign stands sentinel over all of it, an icon that stands for the glamour, optimism and grandeur that has defined Hollywood since its creation. Just for fun, here are 20 facts you might not know about the Hollywood sign.

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10 Reasons you need outdoor advertising with Banners & Signs

LRT Graphics is a full-service marketing and graphic solutions company that provides indoor and outdoor signs and banners. Get a sign or banner today! Call us.

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How To Choose The Right Sign for Your Business

An overview of the different types of storefront signs, and how to avoid potential pitfalls when choosing storefront signs for your business.

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20 Billboards and Road Signs That Will Make You Look Twice

Every once in a while, you drive by a billboard like these that are so ridiculous it’s hard to keep your eyes on the road.

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How To Find The Best Drawing Tablet

Having the best drawing tablet is crucial if you want to create stunning graphic designs. Read our guide on how to find the best drawling tablet and stylus!